Miners, Mariners & Masons

Roger Burt is Professor Emeritus of Economic History at the University of Exeter. He has been a consultant to mining companies and government departments and contributes to radio programmes on mining related issues.

Introduction: Freemasonry—a Global Institution

Cornwall and Cornish Freemasonry in the Nineteenth Century

The Economic and Social Structure of Cornish Craft Lodges and Side Orders

Reason for Joining, Part 1. Life-Enhancing and Reassurance: Social, Intellectual, Spiritual, Charitable

Reasons for Joining, Part  2. Occupational: Mutual Assurance, Access and Networking

International Comparison: The Western United States

Other International Comparisons: Victoria, Australia and Southern Africa

The Influence of Freemasonry: Members and their Communities

Conclusion